Hydrologic and Hydraulic Modeling Postdoctoral Research Fellow at Michigan University M

Hydrologic and Hydraulic Modeling Postdoctoral Research Fellow

Posting Number: F-0940

College/Unit: College of Science and Engineering

Home Department: Department of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences

Employee Group: Postdoctoral Research Fellow

Employment Status: Full-Time

Position Type: 12 month

Position Class: Postdoctoral Research Fellow

Position Begin Date: 05/01/2025

Position End Date: 04/30/2026

Position Summary:

Drs. Wendy Robertson and Roderick Lammers at Central Michigan University are seeking a postdoctoral scholar to work on hydrologic and hydraulic modeling of flood impacts in Michigan.

The postdoctoral research fellow will work as part of a team on the Building Predictive Capacity to Enhance Stormwater Infrastructure and Flood Resilience project. This project is focused on providing community‑relevant information for Michigan to enhance resilience to flood hazards. The project aims to produce data and tools that will help communities plan for flood resilience in three pilot watersheds in Michigan: the Chippewa River, Lower Grand River, and Rouge River watersheds.

The project will use model outputs of precipitation patterns with hydrologic and hydraulic models to quantify potential flood impacts in the study watersheds. The project is supported by the Department of Energy Resiliency Center program and will involve engagement of community partners to assess relevant data.

Experience with hydrologic and/or hydraulic modeling is required. The ideal candidate would have experience specifically with one or more of the following models: WRF‑Hydro, Advanced Terrestrial Simulator (ATS), Stormwater Management Model (SWMM), and/or Hydrologic Engineering Center – River Analysis System (HEC‑RAS). The appointee is expected to carry out their research responsibilities with limited guidance.

Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Appointment details:
The appointment is full‑time for 12 months, starting May–August 2025 (negotiable). This is a grant‑funded position and is dependent on the status of the funding. A second year extension after the initial one‑year appointment is contingent upon satisfactory performance and continued grant funding.

• Ph.D. in Civil or Environmental Engineering, Watershed Hydrology, or a related field (received within the last six years).
• Experience with hydrologic and/or hydraulic modeling.
• Experience with one or more scripting languages (Python, R, or similar) to create model inputs and analyze model outputs.
• Ability to work independently in a research setting, as well as collaboratively as a team member.
• Experience writing scientific journal articles.
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Excellent writing and communication skills.
• Experience with one or more of the following models: WRF‑Hydro, ATS, SWMM, and/or HEC‑RAS.
• Experience with high‑performance computing and Linux command line.

Central Michigan University is dedicated to fostering a broadly diverse and inclusive campus that respects all social identities, experiences, and perspectives.

Central Michigan University is an AA/EO institution and actively strives to increase diversity and provide equal opportunity within its community. The university does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, height, marital status, national origin, political persuasion, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, race, religion, sex, sex‑based stereotypes, sexual orientation, transgender status, veteran status, or weight.

Contact information:
Please contact Dr. Roderick Lammers for questions at lamme1r.